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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Freiburg im Breisgau to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Cheapest price
$22
Average price
$84
Fastest journey
2 h 11 m
Average duration
2 h 11 m
Trains per day
20
Distance
234 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Freiburg im Breisgau to Frankfurt am Main Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Freiburg im Breisgau to Frankfurt am Main Airport will cost around $84 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.
Of the 20 trains that leave Freiburg im Breisgau for Frankfurt am Main Airport on Fri, May 08, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct trains cover the 234 km distance in an average of 2 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 11 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 2 h 11 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
ICE 272 · ICE 5108:55 PM2h13Freiburg Hbf11:08 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station$221One-way1 transfer- ICE 1007:55 PM2h13Freiburg Hbf10:08 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station$381One-way0 transfers
- IC 60409 · S6 · S89:56 PM3h03Freiburg Hbf12:59 AMFrankfurt am Main Flughafen$461One-way2 transfers
- 5338 · 4700 · ICE 378 · ICE 61612:10 AM6h58Freiburg Hbf7:08 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station$591One-way3 transfers
FlixTrain+
FlixBus1:21 PM4h14Freiburg , Hauptbhf/ZOB5:35 PMFrankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)$601One-way1 transfer
- ECE 4 · ICE 12543:27 PM2h11Freiburg Hbf5:38 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station$1001One-way1 transfer
- ICE 6 · ICE 91811:27 AM2h11Freiburg Hbf1:38 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station$1001One-way1 transfer
- ICE 74 · ICE 10109:27 AM2h11Freiburg Hbf11:38 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station$1001One-way1 transfer
- ECE 8 · ICE 10127:27 AM2h11Freiburg Hbf9:38 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station$1001One-way1 transfer
- ICE 76 · ICE 10145:27 AM2h11Freiburg Hbf7:38 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station$701One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Freiburg im Breisgau to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Freiburg im Breisgau to Frankfurt am Main Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $19, and a flight costs an average of $730.
Distance: 145 miles (234 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$49 Average price | $31 Average price Cheapest | $874 Average price | $51 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 45m Average total duration Fastest 2h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 53m Average total duration 3h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 35m Average total duration 5h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Freiburg im Breisgau to Frankfurt am Main Airport:
A bus is $18 (€14) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Freiburg im Breisgau to Frankfurt am Main Airport costing on average $49 (€39).
A bus is $843 (€673) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Freiburg im Breisgau to Frankfurt am Main Airport costing on average $874 (€697).
Other travel options to Frankfurt am Main Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 23m.
Flight takes on average 5h 35m.
The journey is about 34m faster (2h 15m by train vs 2h 49m by car) and roughly $2 (€2) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($49 (€39) vs $51 (€41)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Freiburg im Breisgau to Frankfurt am Main Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Freiburg im Breisgau to Frankfurt am Main Airport trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ECE 150 · S9 | 4:24 PM Freiburg Hbf | 2h50 | 7:14 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 276 · ICE 514 | On time 4:55 PM Freiburg Hbf | 2h13 | 7:08 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 70 · ICE 912 | On time 5:27 PM Freiburg Hbf | 2h11 | 7:38 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 102 | On time 5:55 PM Freiburg Hbf | 2h13 | 8:08 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 274 · ICE 512 | On time 6:55 PM Freiburg Hbf | 2h13 | 9:08 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 2 · ICE 910 | On time 7:27 PM Freiburg Hbf | 2h11 | 9:38 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, May 8 | |||||
| ICE 374 · ICE 612 | On time 8:55 AM Freiburg Hbf | 2h13 | 11:08 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 74 · ICE 1010 | On time 9:27 AM Freiburg Hbf | 2h11 | 11:38 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 6 · ICE 918 | On time 11:27 AM Freiburg Hbf | 2h11 | 1:38 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixTrain+FlixBus | 1:21 PM Freiburg , Hauptbhf/ZOB | 4h14 | 5:35 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Freiburg im Breisgau to Frankfurt am Main Airport
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Trains from Freiburg im Breisgau to Frankfurt am Main Airport run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€15) but you can travel from only $19 (€15) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:58, the last at 13:55. The fastest train covers the 145 miles (234 km) distance in 2h 3m.
Distance 145 miles (234 km) |
Average train duration 2h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€15) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 3m |
First train 6:58 AM |
Last train 1:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Freiburg im Breisgau to Frankfurt am Main Airport trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Freiburg im Breisgau and Frankfurt am Main Airport from $19 (€15). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
FAQs: Trains from Freiburg im Breisgau to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Freiburg im Breisgau to Frankfurt am Main Airport by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Frankfurt am Main Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Freiburg im Breisgau to Frankfurt am Main Airport
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- Monday: 07:00 - 20:00
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- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:30 - 19:00
- Sunday: 08:30 - 20:00
- Cafe Einstein
- Pizzaria Picasso
- Babeuf
- Café Hermann
- Hotel Minerva
- Hotel Barbara
- Parkhotel Post
- Hotel Oberkirch
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- Lindenmatte
- La Playa Tapas Bar
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